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LIMAX LIMAX SAFE
Shaft Information Systems Shaft Information and
Safety Systems
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LIMAX34 SAFE | LIMAX44 SAFE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 22/23
LIMAX33 CP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 24/25 Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 30/31

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LIMAX inside
Berlin, Germany
TV Tower

Shanghai, China Hongkong, China New York City, USA

World Financial Center International Hearst Tower
Commerce Center

Santiago, Chile
Titanium La Portada
Who we are.
The ELGO Group stands for many years of experience
in the fields of measuring, controlling and positioning.
In our plants in Rielasingen (Germany) and Balzers
(Liechtenstein), we develop and produce electronic
measurement and control systems for the engineering,
automation and elevator industries. ELGO was founded
in 1977 by Helmut Grimm; today, his sons assist him in
the management.
Since 1998, ELGO has been active in the development
and production of high precision, magnetic tape-­based
measurement systems for positioning in elevator sys-
tems. Since then, thousands of elevators worldwide
reliably and precisely reach the desired floor with LIMAX
shaft information systems.
Our strong international focus is impressively demon­
strated by an export share of 80%, four international
subsidiaries and agents in 30 countries. Globally,
140 people are involved in our success.

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 Shaft Information Systems Shaft Information and Safety Systems

LIMAX02 M LIMAX33 RED LIMAX44 RED

low-rise mid-rise
Absolute measurement of the car Absolute, redundant recording of the
position car position. The safe position is
provided to the elevator controller or
For hoisting heights up to 130 m | an external electronic evaluation unit.
Speeds up to 4 m/s
For hoisting heights up to 260 m |
Speeds up to 10 m/s
high-rise
Absolute, redundant recording of the
car position for the highest buildings.
The safe position is provided to
the elevator controller or an external
electronic evaluation unit.
For hoisting heights up to 1,500 m |
Speeds up to 18 m/s

At a LIMAX02 LIMAX34 safe LIMAX44 SAFE

glance mid-rise
Absolute measurement of the car
position +
mid-rise

Modular system consisting of the

LIMAX33 RED sensor for safe recor- +
high-rise

Modular system for high-rise buildings,

For hoisting heights up to 260 m |
Speeds up to 10 m/s
ding of the car position and the Safe
Box electronic evaluation unit, in which
the car position and speed-dependent
switching and control functions are
integrated.
For hoisting heights up to 260 m |
Speeds up to 10 m/s
consisting of the LIMAX44 RED
redundant sensor and the Safe Box
electronic evaluation unit, in which the
relevant safety functions are integrated.
For hoisting heights up to 1,500 m |
Speeds up to 18 m/s

LIMAX22 DUE LIMAX33 CP

mid-rise mid-rise

Absolute, redundant measurement of Shaft information system based on the

the car position LIMAX33 RED sensor for safe position
detection. The safety-related switching
For hoisting heights up to 260 m | and control functions are integrated in
Speeds up to 10 m/s the sensor housing.

For hoisting heights up to 260 m |

Speeds up to 10 m/s

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LIMAX  –  Shaft Information Systems
Always the right solution
· For heights up to 1,500 m and travel speeds up to 18 m/s
· Broad interface range
· For new plants, modernization and retrofitting
Safe
· Proven non-contact magnetic tape technology
· Directly determines car position: Prevents typical measure-
ment errors caused by rope slips or dynamic rope effects
(rope expansion).
· Absolute position measurement: The exact car position
within the shaft is available even after a power failure –
no test drives necessary.
· High precision – resolution up to 0.05 mm
· High accuracy and reproducibility
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Reliable LIMAX shaft information systems use magnetic tape techno-
logy to detect the elevator car's position in the shaft with high
· Extremely robust structure precision.
· Excellent measurement quality unaffected by dust,
dense smoke and moisture The concept is simple: A sensor mounted on the elevator car
· Long, maintenance-free service life detects the current absolute car position using Hall sensors,
which read the magnetic tape mounted in the shaft without
any contact. Through this method, the car's position can be
determined at any time with high accuracy.
Easy, quick assembly
Since its introduction in 2004, LIMAX shaft information
· Complete system and assembly accessories from systems have proven to be a worldwide success and have
a single source set a new standard in elevator technology – whether in high-
· Quick, easy assembly rise buildings with fast elevators or buildings with standard
· Variable assembly of system components elevators. Over 100,000 elevators worldwide now use LIMAX
technology to precisely reach their desired floors.

LIMAX02 M
TOP-FEATURES
· Contactless, absolute position
detection up to 130 m
· For travel speeds up to 4 m/s
· Comprehensive interface range
RS422, CAN, CANopen, SSI
· Entry-level model with attractive
price
· Perfectly suited for new installations
in the standard range as well as for
use in modernizations and retrofits
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Shaft Information System
For hoisting heights up to 130 m
Speeds up to 4 m/s
This absolute measuring system not
only offers the sensor with the smallest
design in the LIMAX series, LIMAX02 M
Technical Data
is also a particularly inexpensive alter-
Mechanical Data
native to conventional shaft information
systems that rely on incremental measu- Measuring principle absolute
rement. System accuracy in µm +/- (1000 µm + 100 µm x L)
at 20 °C L = measuring length in meters
LIMAX02 M offers a wide range of inter­
faces with different protocol variants, Distance between sensor correct distance is guaranteed
making it compatible with almost all and magnetic tape by guidance
common elevator controls. We also Sensor housing material aluminum
create customized solutions on request.
Sensor housing dimension 247 x 54 x 27 mm
LxWxH
The assembly of the system components
is very simple and can be performed by Necessary magnetic tape AB20-80-10-1-R-D-15-BK80
specialists in less than an hour. With the Max. measuring length 130 m
variable installation options and its small Connection M12 circular plug, RJ45-plug
footprint, LIMAX02 M is ideal for any
connector
elevator configuration, modernization,
and retrofit. Sensor cable 3 m standard-cable length, others
on request, drag chain compliant
Weight approx. 320 g without cable,
The LIMAX series cable approx. 60 g per meter
Robust and resistant
Electrical Data
to smoke Power supply 10 … 30 VDC
Due to its robustness, the magnetic tape Current consumption max. 0.2 A
technology is ideal for use in elevator Interfaces CAN, CANopen (DS406, DS417),
systems – dust, dirt and even dense
RS422, SSI, others on request
black smoke won't affect measurement
quality. The system even withstands Resolution up to 0.0625 mm (optional 0.05 mm)
humidity and high temperatures without Travel speed max. 4 m/s
any problems – making LIMAX ideally
suited for firefighters’ elevators. All that Environmental Condition
plus a long, maintenance-free service
Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
life.
Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C / -25 … +85 °C
on request
Humidity max. 95 %, non-condensing
Protection class IP54, IP67 on request
Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de
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LIMAX02
TOP-FEATURES
· Absolute detection of the car
position up to 260 m
· For travel speeds up to 10 m/s
· High accuracy and reproducibility
· Compatible with many common
controls with an absolute
encoder interface, such as RS232,
RS422, RS485 (on request),
CAN, CANopen, SSI
· Extremely robust system resistant
to dirt and smoke
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Shaft Information System
For hoisting heights up to 260 m
Speeds up to 10 m/s
LIMAX02 detects the absolute car
position up to a hoisting height of 260
meters and is designed for speeds of
Technical Data
up to 10 m/s.
Mechanical Data
Thanks to the robust magnetic tape Measuring principle absolute
technology, the measurements are not System accuracy in µm +/-(1000 µm + 100 µm x L)
affected by dust, dirt and moisture. at 20 °C L = measuring length in meters
Additionally, smoke and high tempera-
tures do not affect measurement Distance between sensor correct distance is guaranteed
quality, making LIMAX02 also ideally and magnetic tape by guidance
suited for use in firefighters’ elevators. Sensor housing material aluminum
Sensor housing dimensions 246 x 55 x 55 mm
LIMAX02 comes with various interfaces
LxWxH
and thus can be directly connected to
the most common elevator controls. Necessary magnetic tape AB20-80-10-1-R-D-15-BK80
Max. measuring length 260 m
Connection open cable end, optional plug
The LIMAX series
Sensor cable 3 m standard-cable length, others
Assembly – easy and on request, drag chain compliant
flexible Weight approx. 460 g without cable,
cable: approx. 60 g per meter
Assembly of the LIMAX system com-
ponents is very easy and can be
Electrical Data
performed by assembly specialists in
less than an hour. All parts required for Power supply 10 … 30 VDC
installation are included in the various Current consumption max. 0.2 A
LIMAX assembly kits. The kits facilitate Interfaces SSI, CAN, CANopen (DS406,
assembly and prevent errors in align- DS417), RS422, RS232,
ment and tape pre-tension. With the
RS485 on request
guided LIMAX systems, the magnetic
tape is freely suspended along the Resolution up to 0.0625 mm (optional 0.05 mm)
entire shaft. The sensor is mounted to Travel speed max. 10 m/s
the car through the use of a mounting
bracket. The guided tape system integ- Environmental Condition
rated in the sensor housing ensures the
Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
correct distance between the magnetic
tape and reading head at all times. Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C
-25 … +85 °C on request
Humidity max. 95 %, non-condensing
Protection class IP50, higher on request
Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de
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LIMAX22 DUE
TOP-FEATURES
· Absolute position detection up
to 260 m
· For travel speeds up to 10 m/s
· Redundant detection of the car
position through double sensor
· Extensive interface range: RS232,
RS422, RS485 (on request), SSI,
CAN, CANopen (DS406, DS417)
· Extremely robust system resistant
to dirt, dust and smoke
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Shaft Information System
For hoisting heights up to 260 m
Speeds up to 10 m/s
LIMAX22 DUE is an absolute magnetic
measuring system that offers redundant
detection of the car’s absolute posi-
Technical Data
tion in the elevator shaft. The sensor
Mechanical Data
housing contains two mutually indepen-
dent sensors, both of which have the Measuring principle absolute
same function. The functionality of both System accuracy in µm +/- (1000 µm + 100 µm x L)
sensors is recorded and monitored by at 20 °C L = measuring length in meters
the elevator system's master control.
With this technology, safety is doubled
Distance between sensor correct distance is guaranteed
in such a manner that, in case of failure and magnetic tape by guidance
of one sensor, the other sensor is able Sensor housing material aluminum
to ensure continued operation of the Sensor housing dimensions 290 x 55 x 55 mm
elevator.
LxWxH
Necessary magnetic tape AB20-80-10-1-R-D-15-BK80
The LIMAX series Max. measuring length 260 m
Suitable for every elevator Connection open cable end, optional plug
configuration Sensor cable 3 m standard-cable length, others
on request, drag chain compliant
The assembly of the LIMAX system Weight approx. 550 g without cable,
components can be optimized to the cable: approx. 60 g per meter
particular circumstances of any elevator
shaft. Using the guided systems, the Electrical Data
magnetic tape can either be mounted
Power supply 10 … 30 VDC
to one of the elevator guiding rails
using crossbeams, in the shaft head Current consumption max. 0.2 A
on a support bar, or directly to the Interfaces SSI, CAN, CANopen (DS406,
­ceiling by screw anchors. The sensor is DS417 optional), RS422, RS232,
mounted on the car ceiling or in the car RS485 on request
frame using a mounting bracket. Each
Resolution up to 0.0625 mm (optional 0.05 mm)
particular situation can be taken into
account flexibly. LIMAX is thus suitable Travel speed max. 10 m/s
for installation for any elevator configu-
ration as well as for modernizations and Environmental Condition
retrofits.
Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C
-25 … +85 °C on request
Humidity max. 95 %, non-condensing
Protection class IP50, higher on request
Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de
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LIMAXSAFE  –  Integrated safety
Economic
· Safe position detection. Safety-relevant functions can be
implemented in the software in combination with a safe
elevator control or with an electronic evaluation unit
· Considerably reduces the number of individual components
and subsystems in the elevator shaft
· Saves time during assembly and maintenance
Reliable
· Robust structure
· High accuracy and reproducibility
· Excellent measurement quality even in case of dust,
dense smoke and moisture
· Long, maintenance-free service life
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Safe
· Direct and absolute detection of exact car position
· Ensures safety thanks to completely redundant
system architecture
· Enables integration of safety features in the software, such
as speed limit, end switch, door-bridging (relevelling,
pre-opening doors etc.), triggering of electro-mechanically
activated safety brake
· SIL3 type-examination tested (EU)
Easy, quick assembly
· Complete system from a single source
· No installation, wiring and adjustment of various
switches and light barriers necessary
· Simplified troubleshooting
To satisfy functional safety requirements, the LIMAX absolute
car position measurement sensors – from the LIMAX33 RED
series onwards – are fully redundant and thus can be used
for safety-related applications up to SIL3. Therefore, safety-­
relevant switching and control functions that depend on the
position and the speed of the car can be implemented in the
software. Depending on the control system concept on site,
the secured position is provided to a safe elevator control
via interface signal or forwarded to an external electronic
evaluation unit such as the Safe Box where the switching and
control functions are integrated in the form of relay contacts
and which is, inter alia, integrated in the safety circuit of the
elevator.
LIMAX Safe Systems are available for hoisting heights of up
to 1,500 meters and travel speeds of up to 18 m/s, and are
suitable both for new installations of standard manufactured
elevators and the modernization and retrofitting of existing
elevator systems.
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LIMAX33 RED
TOP-FEATURES
· Safe detection of the absolute
car position up to 260 m
· For travel speeds up to 10 m/s
· In combination with a safe eleva­tor
control/evaluation unit, safety
functions can be fulfilled up to SIL3
· Door zone display for up to
128 floors
· RS485 interface as standard,
optional CANopen Safety and other
secure interfaces
· Resistant to dirt, smoke and
moisture
· Certified magnetic tape assembly
kit with tape presence control
(acc. to EN61508)
· SIL3 type-examination tested (EU)
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Shaft Information and
Safety System
For hoisting heights up to 260 m
Speeds up to 10 m/s
LIMAX33 RED is a SIL3 certified abso-
lute measurement system that detects
the car’s absolute position in the shaft in
Technical Data
a self-monitoring way. In order to satisfy
functional safety requirements, reader Mechanical Data
electronics are fully redundant. The Measuring principle absolute
housing contains two channels which System accuracy in µm +/- (1000 µm + 100µm x L)
are checked for their functionality by a at 20 °C L = measuring length in meters
monitoring system integrated into the
sensor. This ensures that the position
Distance between sensor correct distance is guaranteed
values as well as any possible system and magnetic tape by guidance
errors are reliably detected. In case Sensor housing material aluminum
of the failure of one sensor channel,
LIMAX33 RED reports the error to the
Sensor housing dimensions 355 x 85 x 48 mm
LxWxH
master control. The sensor is designed
Necessary magnetic tape AB20-80-10-1-R-D-15-BK80
to be used as a safe sensor along with
a safe evaluation unit (see SAFE Box: Max. measuring length 260 m
LIMAX34 Safe) or directly with a safe Connection M12 circular plug 5 pole,
elevator control. Used together, the sys- others on request
tem performs elevator safety functions.
Sensor cable 2 m, 3.2 m, 5 m standard- cable
length, others on request,
drag chain compliant
The LIMAX series
Weight approx. 900 g without cable,
Easy assembly cable: approx. 60 g per meter
The certified mounting kit S-RMS makes
Electrical Data
the tape assembly very easy and
straight forward. The tape presence Power supply 18 … 29 VDC (stabilized)
detector in the complete system ensures in dual-channel operation,
that the tape is in its correct position at 10 … 18 VDC (stabilized)
all times. The tape presence detector in single-channel operation
has a contact system which opens the Current consumption max. 0.6 A
safety circuit if the magnetic tape is not
Interfaces RS485, others on request
in the proper position. It thus serves to
ensure that the magnetic tape is in the Resolution up to 0.0625 mm (optional 0.05 mm)
intended position and remains there, Travel speed max. 10 m/s
as various safety functions depend on
the position derived from it.
Environmental Condition
Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C
-25 … +85 °C on request
Humidity max. 95 %, non-condensing
Protection class IP54, higher on request
Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de
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LIMAX44 RED
TOP-FEATURES
· Safe, absolute position detection
up to 1,500 m
· For travel speeds up to 18 m/s
· Unguided, completely noiseless
technology
· In combination with a safe
elevator control/processing unit,
safety functions can be fulfilled
(see Safe Box: LIMAX44 SAFE)
· In combination with ELGO floor
sensors, building compression can
be counterbalanced.
· Simplified assembly for high-rise
buildings, no assembly clips
required
· SIL3 type-examination tested (EU)
(customer-specific options)
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Shaft Information and
Safety System
For hoisting heights up to 1,500 m
Speeds up to 18 m/s
LIMAX44 RED is designed specifically
for the requirements of particularly high
elevator systems and is used in the
Technical Data
tallest buildings in the world. It detects
Mechanical Data
the absolute car position in the shaft
up to a hoisting height of 1,500 m and Measuring principle absolute
is suitable for speeds up to 18 m/s. In System accuracy in µm +/- (1000 mm + 100 µm x L)
combination with ELGO floor sensors at 20 °C L = measuring length in meters
and magnets, building compression
can be detected and counterbalanced
Distance between sensor 9 mm, 12 mm (depends on type
and magnetic tape of magnetic tape)
via a master control/evaluation unit.
Sensor housing material aluminum
In contrast to the freely suspended and Sensor housing dimensions 475 x 78 x 35 mm
guided LIMAX systems, the self-adhe- LxWxH
sive magnetic tape is directly attached
Necessary magnetic tape AB20-120-10-1-R1-C-16A-4943F,
to the guide rail. This type of magnetic
AB20-120-20-1-R1-C-16A-4943F
tape assembly has proven to be
Max. measuring length 768 m / 1500 m (depending on type
successful in very high elevator shafts.
Thanks to the unguided installation, of magnetic tape)
LIMAX44 RED works without any noise Connection M12 circular plug 5 pole,
even at high speeds. Because the sys- others on request
tem is completely non-contact, it is not
Sensor cable 2 m, 3.2 m, 5 m standard- cable
subject to wear and tear and thus has
a virtually infinite service life. Depending length, others on request,
on the magnetic tape used, the max. drag chain compliant
allowed distance between sensor and Weight approx. 900 g without cable,
tape ranges up to 12 mm. cable: approx. 60 g per meter
The sensor is designed to be used ­
Electrical Data
as a safe sensor along with a safe
evaluation unit (see Safe Box: LIMAX44 Power supply 10 … 30 VDC
Safe) or directly with a safe elevator Current consumption max. 0.6 A
control. Together, the system performs Interfaces RS485, others on request
safety-relevant functions.
Resolution 1 mm, others on request
Travel speed max. 18 m/s
Environmental Condition
Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C
-25 … +85 °C on request
Humidity max. 95 %, non-condensing
Protection class IP54, higher on request
Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de
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 Electronic Evaluation Unit

safe box
LIMAX34 safe | LIMAX44 safe

The Safe Box is a function and moni-

TOP-FEATURES toring component which ensures nume-
rous safety-relevant requirements in the
Technical Data SAFE BOX
elevator shaft in combination with the
LIMAX33 RED and LIMAX44 RED safe Mechanical Data
· Safety monitoring for elevators position sensors. Housing material aluminum
· Electronic evaluation unit in which Housing dimensions Safe Box L: 220 x 134 x 97 mm
safety-relevant switching and The Safe Box evaluates the safe position LxWxH Safe Box XL: 220 x 134 x 134 mm
control functions are implemented information retrieved from LIMAX33  RED/
Cable length 1.5 m standard-cable length
LIMAX44 RED, calculates speed and
· Up to 4 pairs of safety relays for acceleration and autonomously triggers Weight Safe Box L: approx. 1,640 g
safety-relevant switching and necessary steps via safety relays to Safe Box XL: approx. 1,800 g
control functions ensure the safe operation of the elevator. each without cable
In case of failure, this means the opening
· Safety functions: ETSL delay of a safety circuit and/or the release of
Electrical Data
control, end positions, door the safety brake. As a total system,
zones, safety brake release LIMAX34 Safe/LIMAX44 SAFE virtually Power supply 24 VDC, +20 %/-25 %
replaces all safety-relevant switches, light Current consumption Safe Box L: max. 400 mA
· Flexibility in the adaptation and barriers and related systems in the shaft. Safe Box XL: max. 500 mA
expansion of the implemented

+
The elimination of these conventional Interfaces RS485, others on request
switching and safety functions shaft monitoring components results
Number of safe inputs Safe Box L: 7
in considerable saving potential in the
· Up to 29 safety inputs, 8 outputs Safe Box XL: 21 + 8
elevator shaft.
· 2 safety circuit inputs The Safe Box is connected to the eleva- Number of outputs Safe Box XL: 8
(110 V, 220 VAC, or 48 VDC) tor control via a CAN interface and can Number of safety 2 (110 V, 220 VAC or 48 VDC)
be installed on the car roof or in the
· DS406 or DS417 CAN interface engine room.
circuit inputs
for parameter setting or car LIMAX34 SAFE
position transmission, optional Safety Relais
SAFE BOX + LIMAX33 RED 230 VAC / 110 VAC / 24 VDC
SIL3 CAN interface possible
Safe measurement of the absolute LIMAX Safe Voltage

· Customer-specific software can car position up to 260 m | 10 m/s Safety in the elevator shaft Current consumption max. 2 A

be implemented Quantity 4

· SIL3 type-examination tested (EU) The safety-relevant functions that can be

implemented in the electronic evaluation Connection Sensor
(customer-specific options)
unit include: Power supply 24 VDC
Interface RS485

+
· Safe signal output at the shaft end
· Delay control, also relative to the
distance to the shaft end Environmental Condition
· Door overbridging with readjustments Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
and for premature opening of the doors
Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C
when entering the floor
· Recognition of departure with open -25 … +85 °C on request

LIMAX44 SAFE doors

· Stopping at overspeed and release of
Humidity
Protection class
max. 95 %, non-condensing
IP54, higher on request
the safety brake (optional)
SAFE BOX + LIMAX44 RED
· Ensuring protective areas with reduced
Safe measurement of the absolute Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de
shaft heads / shaft pits (EN81-21)
car position up to 1,500 m | 18 m/s
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LIMAX33 CP
TOP-FEATURES
· Safe and absolute position detecti-
on up to 260 m and safety-relevant
switching and control functions in
one housing
· Up to 3 pairs of safety relays
· Up to 13 safe inputs for SIL3
compliant controller transfer
· Floor sensor possible (optional)
· CANopen interface (DS406) for
car position and parameter transfer,
other secure interfaces possible
· Scalable functional safety archi-
tecture (e.g. solution for EN81-A3
functionality with 2 safety relays)
· Advantages of magnetic tape
technology (resistant to dirt and
smoke, quick assembly)
· SIL3 type-examination tested (EU)
(customer-specific options)
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Shaft Information and
Safety System
For hoisting heights up to 260 m
Speeds up to 10 m/s
LIMAX33 SAFE CP is the first system
on the market which combines all of the Technical Data
functions of LIMAX34 Safe (such as
shaft information and safety functions)
in one housing, thereby contributing to Mechanical Data
a further reduction of components in the Measuring principle absolute
elevator shaft. The position sensor de-
tects the current absolute car position.
System accuracy in µm +/- (1000 mm + 100 µm x L)
at 20 °C L = measuring length in meters
This position information is processed
Distance between sensor correct distance is guaranteed
internally; speed and acceleration of the
elevator are calculated from the unit, and magnetic tape by guidance
and implemented via safety relays in the Sensor housing material aluminum
corresponding switching functions. Via Sensor housing dimensions 354 x 136 x 54 mm
up to 13 safe inputs, additional status LxWxH
signals of the elevator can be detected.
In case of overspeed or other errors, the Necessary magnetic tape AB20-80-10-1-R-D-15-BK80
safety circuit will be opened and/or the Max. measuring length 260 m
safety brake released. Connection M12 circular plug 5 pole,
In addition, the sensor includes a push-
pull output, which is switched within the
others on request
Sensor cable 3 m standard cable length, others
door zones of the stored floor positions
on request, drag chain compliant
in order to facilitate car evacuation from
the shaft area in case of an emergency. Weight 1,384 g without cable
Electrical Data
LIMAX Safe Power supply 18 … 29 VDC (stabilized)
Saving potential max. 0.6 A
Current consumption
Interfaces CAN, CANopen (DS406, DS417
LIMAX Safe – safe shaft information and on request), others on request
control systems can replace – among
Resolution up to 0.0625 mm (optional 0.05 mm)
other things – the following safety-­relevant
electromechanical switches, light barriers Travel speed max. 10 m/s
and related systems in the shaft: Number of safe inputs 5, +8 optional
Number of safety 1 (110 V, 220 VAC or 48 VDC)
· Speed limit systems at the end of
circuit inputs
the shaft
· Floor magnets and switches
· Safety limit and inspection limit switches Safety Relais
· Mechanical speed limiter Voltage 230 VAC / 110 VAC
· Reduced hights of shaft pits or shaft
Current consumption max. 2 A
heads (EN81-21)
Quantity 1 - 3 (110 V, 220 VAC or 48 VDC),
others on request
Environmental Condition
Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C
-25 … +85 °C on request
Humidity max. 95 %, non-condensing
Protection class IP54, higher on request
Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de
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 Accessories

Floor sensors &

floor magnets

TOP-FEATURES
· Precise detection of door zones
· Automatic teach-in process
possible
· Simple and space-saving magnets
Floor sensors
for additional shaft Technical Data
information
Mechanical Data
Floor sensors and magnets are used Distance between sensor 3 … 25 mm
for accurate detection of the floor door and storey magnet
zones. The magnets are mounted on Lateral guiding tolerance +/- 0.5 mm
the floor door thresholds or to the shaft
wall and the floor sensor to the car. Sensor housing material zinc die casting

· Resistant to dirt, moisture
and smoke
· IP67 high protection class
During the test drive, the elevator auto- Dimensions L x W x H sensor: 50 x 24 x 26 mm
matically detects the exact position and magnet: 30 x 30 x 6 mm
transmits the information to the elevator Connection open cable ends
control. The fine manual adjustment of
Weight approx. 40 g without cable,
individual floors can thus be eliminated.
cable approx. 60 g per meter
Tall buildings are slowly compressed
over time. This may mean that the car Electrical Data
is no longer precisely aligned to the Power supply 12 VDC, +/-20 %
doors on the floor. Since the magnets
Output current max. 40 mA
are attached to the building structure,
any positional deviation is immediately Output level LOW-active, push/pull,
transmitted to the elevator control. short-circuit-proof
This adjusts the changed ground level Sensor cable 5 m standard cable length, others
of the floor. This guarantees the precise on request, drag chain compliant
alignment of the car to the floor.

Environmental Condition
Storage temperature -25 … +85 °C
Operation temperature -10 … +70 °C
-25 … +85 °C on request
Protection class IP67 (waterproof version)

Updated data can be found on www.elgo.de

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 Accessories

Magnetic tapes

Technical Data
Mechanical Data
Magnetic tape Magnetic tape Magnetic tape
AB20-80-10-1-R-D-15-BK80 AB20-120-10-1-R1-C-16A 4943F AB20-120-20-1-R1-C-16A-4943F
The ELGO magnetic tapes used in the LIMAX shaft informa- plastic tape from mechanical influences and s­ imultaneously Suitable for sensors: Suitable for sensor: Suitable for sensor:
tion systems contain the necessary digital information for the represents a magnetic short circuit. This s­ ignificantly increa- LIMAX02 M, LIMAX 02, LIMAX44 RED LIMAX44 RED
car position detection. These are absolutely coded single ses the functional safety under extreme magnetic influences. LIMAX22 DUE, LIMAX33 RED
track systems which always issue the actual position value.
Typ absolute coded magnetic tape absolute coded magnetic tape absolute coded magnetic tape
The special random code enables a travel distance up to Due to its resistance to smoke, dirt, oil, moisture, vibration
1,500 meters with a measurement accuracy of +/- 0.5 mm. and shock, the tape system and its associated sensors are Track number single track system single track system single track system
ideal for installation in elevator shafts. Pole pitch 8 mm 12 mm 12 mm
The magnetic tapes consist of a magnetized plastic tape
Tape construction Magnetic tape on stainless Magnetic tape on stainless steel tape with double-faced adhesive tape
which is connected to a magnetically conductive, flexible The packaging has been exclusively developed for elevator
steel tape
steel tape on the bottom side. The steel tape protects the areas, and the magentic tape can easily be rolled off.
Width 10 mm (+/-0,1 mm) 10 mm (+/-0,1 mm) 20 mm (+/-0,1 mm)
Thickness 1,35 mm (+/-0,1 mm) 2,45 mm (+/-0,1 mm) 2,45 mm (+/-0,1 mm)
Linear thermal ΔL[m] = L[m] x α[1/K] x Δ ϑ [K]
expansion L = tape length in meters, Δ ϑ [K] = relative change of temperature
Coefficient of
α ≈16 x 10 – 6 1/K α ≈11 x 10 – 6 1/K α ≈11 x 10 – 6 1/K

A
extension
Magnetic plastic tape Available lengths max. 262 m per role max. 285 m per role, max. 285 m per role,
(magnetic tape) segmented thereafter segmented thereafter

Environmental Condition
Storage -40 … +85 °C -10 … +60 °C -10 … +60 °C
temperature
Operation -20 … +70 °C -10 … +60 °C -10 … +60 °C
temperature

B
Humidity max. 95%, non-condensing
Magnetic conductive stainless Protection class carrier tape stainless steel carrier tape steel carrier tape steel
steel tape (support tape)
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Assembly Magnetic tape assembly LIMAX S-RMS

1 2 3

easy and flexible

The assembly of the LIMAX system
components is very easy and can be
Assembly sets for magnetic tape A cross beam is mounted at the upper end of the shaft on the elevator The magnetic tape is inserted in the
guiding rail. tape suspension.
performed by assembly specialists in
less than an hour – almost without any LIMAX RMS LIMAX RMS 90 4 5 6
tools. All parts required for installation for centrally guided car angled for backpack car guiding
are included in the various LIMAX as-
sembly kits. The kits facilitate assembly
and prevent errors in alignment and
tape pre-tension.

With the LIMAX guided systems, the

magnetic tape is mounted in a freely
suspended manner along the entire Standing on the car roof, the magnetic tape is rolled out during the ride down and
shaft. The sensor is mounted to the car inserted at the lower end in the tape suspension.
by means of a mounting bracket. The
tape guiding attached to the sensor 7 8 9
guarantees the correct distance bet-
ween magnetic tape and reading head
at all times.

Another cross beam is attached in the A third cross beam is mounted for the tape presence detector.
shaft pit.

LIMAX MKF LIMAX S-RMS LIMAX S-RMS 160 10 11

Screw anchor assembly with safety position switch Position switch with tension weight
(tape presence detector)

The tape suspension is hooked on the

tension spring.

Sensor assembly
1 2

The sensor is mounted on the car using a mounting bracket and connected to the
controller or Safe Box via cable.
DONE
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